Interactive radar: Track storms, showers in Charlotte region on Sept. 5, 2026

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) – Scattered severe thunderstorms were possible Saturday in the Charlotte region, with more rain chances on the way.

Storms were seen popping up, especially in northern-central North Carolina, on Saturday, Sept. 5. You can track any showers and storms using the interactive radar below.

You can change the layers of the interactive map using the button in the bottom right corner. You can play the past and future radar using the buttons on the bottom left. Use the button with arrows pointing in all directions to make the radar full screen.

Storms could be more widespread this weekend

Some showers and storms were popping up Saturday afternoon alongside scorching temperatures in the Carolinas. Severe thunderstorm warning was issued Saturday afternoon in Burke, Iredell, Caldwell and Catawba counties.

Severe thunderstorm watches were also issued for dozens of counties in the northern-central counties of North Carolina.

Click here to see all active weather alerts for the region.

Showers and storms are expected to kick off Labor Day weekend in the Charlotte region. Those storms could produce damaging winds and hail.

Scattered storm chances could move into Sunday, with higher chances in the afternoon.

Click here to see the latest First Alert Weather forecast for the Charlotte region.

Avoid downed power lines

If severe weather knocks down power lines, it is vital to avoid them at all costs.

Here are some safety tips regarding downed power lines, from Duke Energy:

• Stay away from power lines that have fallen or are sagging.
• Consider all power lines — as well as trees, limbs and anything else in contact with power lines — energized and dangerous.
• Report all power line hazards to Duke Energy at 800-228-8485, or contact your local emergency services department or agency.
• Keep children and family pets away from areas where lines may have fallen (backyards, fields, schoolyards, etc.).
• If a power line falls across a car that you’re in, stay in the car. If you MUST get out of the car due to a fire or other immediate life-threatening situation, do your best to jump clear of the car and land on both feet. Be sure that no part of your body is touching the car when your feet touch the ground.

—> Related: Neighbor reacts after woman was killed from downed power line in southeast Charlotte

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